Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Developmental Disabilities Institute-posted 7 months ago
$19 - $23/Yr
Port Jefferson, NY
Social Assistance
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With nearly 65 years of service, DDI provides a full continuum of care -- from early intervention to residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs -- for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. DDI is driven by a dedicated staff and a belief in every individual's potential. Our Purpose is to help children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities experience personal growth and fulfillment. Our Core Values include Integrity, Dignity, Compassion, and Teamwork.

  • Complete all required trainings, and participate in Peer Mentoring Program, in-service workshops, and recertification trainings as required.
  • Become certified and maintain certifications in SCIP-R, First Aid and CPR.
  • Participate in semi-annual IDT, quarterly staff meetings, and staffing as required.
  • Advocate for the rights of the individual(s) we serve.
  • Help individual(s) build relationships, and maintain relationships with family and friends.
  • Follow individual(s) daily activity/classroom schedule, implementing all formal goals and protocols of individuals you are assigned to.
  • Data collection - goals, protocols, outings, SUB's, progress notes, recreation/fitness logs.
  • Obtain and maintain certification for, and administer medications under the supervision of assigned nursing staff (AMAP), if applicable.
  • Fulfill responsibilities of primary advocate (paperwork, advocacy, programming).
  • Instruction and documentation, participation in development and revisions of formal goals and protocols in accordance with the CFA/ISP, and behavior plans.
  • Teach and assist individuals in all aspects of daily living, including ADL's, cooking, house cleaning, laundry, leading a healthy lifestyle, shopping, budgeting, maintaining appropriate behavior, and community integration.
  • Accompany individuals on medical appointments, jobs, and community activities, if applicable.
  • Complete incident reports and SCIP-R reports as necessary.
  • Knowledge and accurate implementation of Emergency Procedures.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of all OPWDD and DDI policy and procedures as they pertain to individuals supported, and documentation of such.
  • Ensure the vans are clean and vehicle problems are written down and addressed through the Site Supervisor/Manager.
  • Must have a Valid NYS Driver's license and be able to obtain DDI approved driver status.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow safety guidelines.
  • Generous paid time off
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
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